Aurora Solar Reviews

Heliose is an online solar marketplace. It connects people with solar panel installers and lenders. Heliose is available nationwide.

Note: Costs in this table are average costs for the state and do not represent specific company pricing. "Average cost after ITC” reflects the cost after receiving the full 30% solar investment tax credit (ITC). “Estimated net savings” is the average amount residents in that state will save on electricity over 25 years, including their cost of installing a solar energy system.

Heliose connects you to solar installers and lenders in your area. Because installers vary, the solar panel types and other equipment will vary. Some installers carry only one brand, and others offer a variety. However, common solar panel types and equipment include:

• Monocrystalline solar panels: Made from single silicon crystal. Highly efficient but also more expensive. Black in appearance.
• Polycrystalline solar panels: Made from multiple silicon crystals and less efficient than monocrystalline panels — but also less expensive. Appear blue because of the manufacturing process.
• Thin-film solar panels: These panels are used in small solar panel kits. They’re the cheapest option but have a shorter life span.
• Inverters: Inverters rake the sun-generated energy and convert it into usable electricity.
• Racking equipment: Panels are mounted onto solar racks and not directly to a roof.
• Batteries: Backup batteries store energy to be used in the event of an electrical outage or failure.

Heliose installations vary based on the installer in your area. Heliose is a solar marketplace, not an installer. However, a typical installation process includes:

1. Engineering site visit
2. Permitting and documentation
3. Equipment ordering
4. Solar panel installation
5. Approval and connectivity

The entire process, from quoting your project to having functional panels installed, takes one to three months. The actual installation can be done in as little as one day, depending on the project scope.

Heliose’s service connects you to solar panel installers and lenders in your area. It doesn’t offer services like solar panel maintenance. However, it can connect you to professionals who provide ongoing maintenance and support.

An average solar energy system costs between $14,321 and $21,960 for a 6-kilowatt (kW) system. This price is before any federal tax credit incentives. Several factors affect the overall cost of a solar energy system. These include your location, the project size and any additional equipment like a solar battery.

Financing

Heliose connects you to potential solar project lenders through its online marketplace. Common solar panel financing types include loans, leases and power purchase agreements. Interest rates vary based on the type of loan and your financial profile.

Because it’s a solar marketplace, Heliose doesn’t offer its own warranty on solar panels. However, the companies it connects you to for purchasing and installations offer warranties. Most solar panels come with a 25-year warranty, according to Heliose. Companies offer warranties for parts, labor and performance.